Today: Baldwin Park residents come together to walk for animal domestic abuse survivors

BALDWIN PARK, Fla. — Prepare your running shoes for the 12th annual “Paws for Peace Walk” Saturday morning at Baldwin Park.

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The event will run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Blue Jacket Park.

The Harbor House of Central Florida is bringing over 350 Central Florida residents and their furry friends to enjoy a morning of fun and leisure while raising awareness about the impact of domestic abuse on pets and their owners.

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Harbor House has an on-site kennel called ‘Paws for Peace,’ providing a safe place for dogs, cats, birds, turtles, guinea pigs, and more.

The organization also provides safe shelter, a 24-hour crisis hotline, counseling, legal advocacy, and justice for domestic violence survivors and their children.

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The ‘Paws for Peace Walk’ is a fundraising event that takes place annually to keep the kennel in operation and fund veterinary and kennel expenses for pets and their survivors in the short-term emergency housing at Harbor House.

At the event, pets will be the protagonists, as the theme is “4 Paws, 2 Feet, 1 Team”, which means dress up your pup in sporty attire.

Some activities include a doggie scavenger hunt, yoga with your pet, pet-focused vendors, and more.

For more information on the organization, visit their website.

See a map of the location below:

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